
Ghost Bear: Flash Storm is a new expansion set to launch in April for MechWarrior 5: Clans. This upcoming DLC will introduce new playable Elementals, expanding the campaign with 12 additional missions where players can control the Silveroot Keshik command unit.
The expansion will introduce four new OmniMechs and BattleMechs, alongside an Elemental unit led by Star Commander Rook. Elementals are genetically modified infantry equipped with jetpack-powered battle armor, designed to operate in any environment, making them ideal for the new combat settings, including battles on the external surfaces of the Ghost Bear command ship, the Grizzly.
This update comes despite previous challenges, including recent layoffs at the developer Piranha Games. The expansion aims to enhance gameplay by incorporating a more robust MechLab, allowing players to customize and fine-tune their mechs, addressing past criticisms regarding lack of customization.